Comments on: Ten Years an Asylum Lawyer https://www.asylumist.com/2013/12/20/ten-years-an-asylum-lawyer/ Asylum and Its Discontents in the United States Fri, 20 Nov 2015 11:33:31 +0000 hourly 1 By: Jason Dzubow https://www.asylumist.com/2013/12/20/ten-years-an-asylum-lawyer/comment-page-1/#comment-36810 Fri, 20 Nov 2015 11:33:31 +0000 http://www.asylumist.com/?p=3507#comment-36810 In reply to DeWitt Sagastume.

This job has its plus and minuses, put it that way. Working for a non-profit or a small firm is great. I wrote a blog post once called “Letter to a Young Asylum Lawyer” (I think that is what it was called) and I talked about this issue. If you are in DC and want to meet one day to discuss, let me know. Take care, Jason

]]> By: DeWitt Sagastume https://www.asylumist.com/2013/12/20/ten-years-an-asylum-lawyer/comment-page-1/#comment-36771 Thu, 19 Nov 2015 21:58:10 +0000 http://www.asylumist.com/?p=3507#comment-36771 Hi Jason! I heard of you from NPR (my new addiction), and wanted to ask you if you have any advice for those looking to enter this for a career? I am about to finish up my BA in Social Science, wk full time, and school at night.

I have been trying to find my calling, or at least find a job that would satisfy allll of my callings, and have wanted to, for a long time, start a Human/Civil Rights law practice… now I know without a doubt I want to become an Asylum Lawyer when I grow up (I’m 35y.o. now).

I know I should become a legal assistant, but there are hardly any jobs postings for that. Apart frm getting a law degree, what advice could you offer for those trying to gain experience and get in working with Non Profits helping this cause, while attending school?

Thanks Mrs. DeWitt Sagastume

]]> By: Jason Dzubow https://www.asylumist.com/2013/12/20/ten-years-an-asylum-lawyer/comment-page-1/#comment-6675 Fri, 31 Jan 2014 13:46:43 +0000 http://www.asylumist.com/?p=3507#comment-6675 In reply to Malik Siraj Akbar.

Thank you – It was a privilege to work on your case. I know you will carry on with your good work, my friend. Take Care, Jason

]]> By: Malik Siraj Akbar https://www.asylumist.com/2013/12/20/ten-years-an-asylum-lawyer/comment-page-1/#comment-6669 Fri, 31 Jan 2014 06:51:24 +0000 http://www.asylumist.com/?p=3507#comment-6669 Congratulations, Jason, over completing a remarkable decade as an asylumist. Just like doctors, your work is very important because you save people’s lives. I will remain grateful to you for helping me during the hardest times in my life. You are not only an amazing lawyer and blogger but also a great friend as well. I was very delighted to hear you on NPR some months ago.

]]> By: Cara https://www.asylumist.com/2013/12/20/ten-years-an-asylum-lawyer/comment-page-1/#comment-6504 Mon, 30 Dec 2013 14:55:37 +0000 http://www.asylumist.com/?p=3507#comment-6504 Finally read this entry – so impressive Cuz! To have built a career on directly and profoundly improving the lives of others is really amazing 🙂 I’m proud to be related to you!

]]> By: Jason Dzubow https://www.asylumist.com/2013/12/20/ten-years-an-asylum-lawyer/comment-page-1/#comment-6445 Fri, 20 Dec 2013 19:23:40 +0000 http://www.asylumist.com/?p=3507#comment-6445 In reply to David W..

Maybe not too many decades more. Anyway – Thank you; I hope you and the family are well, Jason

]]> By: Jason Dzubow https://www.asylumist.com/2013/12/20/ten-years-an-asylum-lawyer/comment-page-1/#comment-6444 Fri, 20 Dec 2013 19:23:04 +0000 http://www.asylumist.com/?p=3507#comment-6444 In reply to bill holston.

Thank you – It means a lot. I hope we meet in person one of these days too. Happy holidays, Jason

]]> By: David W. https://www.asylumist.com/2013/12/20/ten-years-an-asylum-lawyer/comment-page-1/#comment-6443 Fri, 20 Dec 2013 16:33:38 +0000 http://www.asylumist.com/?p=3507#comment-6443 Congratulations on ten years! Amazing work, great stories, and real victories for justice — may it last many decades more.

]]> By: bill holston https://www.asylumist.com/2013/12/20/ten-years-an-asylum-lawyer/comment-page-1/#comment-6442 Fri, 20 Dec 2013 14:56:43 +0000 http://www.asylumist.com/?p=3507#comment-6442 Not many people have a career where success means a new life in a safe place. You do. I’m proud to know you. I hope one day in person.

bill

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